Colgate University Top Questions

Colgate has the best combination of small school and big time athletics.

People who do well here are social, athletic and smart. It is academically challenging and you definetly have to work hard. There is grade inflation in only a few departments.

I love Colgate. I'm sad I have to go.

One should try to visit during multicultural weekend.

I really like Colgate but do not, do not come here if you don't like drinking. It's not like we're all alcoholics but let's face it, it's a small town and a small campus and while the administration tries to bring lots of non-drinking activities on campus that's how most people have fun.

Go abroad if you can! It's an amazing opportunity and experience! It will also preserve Colgate for you--it keeps the balance in check of wanting to be at Colgate, but also needing some space and some diversion.

Good school but it has been hard to settle in. Needs to be more environmentally friendly.

Greek life is pretty popular here, given the size of the school. One complaint is that the school administration is very heavy-handed and draconian in its dealing with fraternities and sororities. For example, a few years ago, they forced all Greek institutes on campus to sell their houses to the school. Several Greek houses refused to sell and were kicked off campus.

Yay Colgate!